Italy Says Coronavirus Lockdown May Need to Be Extended
An unprecedented lockdown imposed on Italians last week to halt the spread of coronavirus might be extended if the incidence of new cases doesn’t slow, officials said on Wednesday.
Moscow Slams Allegation of Disinformation Campaign on Coronavirus
The West's Russophobic obsession should have abated amid the coronavirus pandemic but baseless accusations continue, Russia's presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Russia to Limit Flights to UK, US, UAE
Russia PM instructed the Transport Ministry to introduce temporary restrictions on flights to the UK, USA and the UAE from March 20.
Tokyo Olympics amid Coronavirus Possible?
Doubts are growing in Japan about the Tokyo Olympics, with growing opposition to holding them as scheduled and some urging officials not to risk lives.
Biden vs. Sanders as Primaries Goes on
Joe Biden swept to victory in Florida, Illinois, and Arizona on Tuesday.
Canada, US to Limit Borders Passing
Canada and the US will announce a deal to partially close their borders on Wednesday.
Successful COVID-19 Drug Trial by Professor in France
Professor in France has reported successful results from a new drug for COVID-19, with early trial suggesting it can stop the virus from being contagious in just six days.
Germany Brings Citizens Back Home
Germany will begin bringing citizens stranded abroad back home as borders shut and airlines scrap flights.
Spain Closes Land borders as 491 Dies of Covid-19
Spain set up police checks at its land borders with France and Portugal on Tuesday and turned back foreigners attempting to enter.
Adnan al-Zurfi ordered to form cabinet
Iraqi President Barham Salih has appointed Adnan al-Zurfi as the country's new prime minister-designate.